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The first sermon of Gautama Buddha is called

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Mahabhinishkraman
  2. Dharmachakra Pravartana
  3. Dhammaghos
  4. Mahaparinirvana

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Dharmachakra Pravartana

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B. Dharmachakra Pravartana šŸ“š Explanation: The first sermon delivered by Gautama Buddha at Sarnath is known as 'Dharmachakra Pravartana' (Turning the Wheel of Law). In this sermon, he explained the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path. This event marked the beginning of his mission to spread Buddhism. 'Mahaparinirvana' refers to his death, while 'Mahabhinishkraman' refers to his departure from his royal life.